Anthropic · Reusable workflows for agents.
Skills package instructions, references and checks so an agent can repeat a proven process consistently.
When it makes sense
Use skills when the same type of task appears repeatedly and quality needs to stay consistent.
How to decide
Create a skill after the workflow is understood. A one-off task usually only needs a clear prompt.
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